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BZK-005 Giant Eagle vs CH-5 Rainbow

BZK-005 Giant Eagle vs CH-5 Rainbow at a glance — max takeoff weight 1,250 vs 3,300 kg.

Specifications
BZK-005 Giant Eagle CH-5 Rainbow
Origin country 🇨🇳 China 🇨🇳 China
Category Military Drones Military Drones
Manufacturer Beihang CASC
First flight -- 1 August 2015
Year introduced -- 2015
Number produced 116 units N/A
Average unit price $12 million $8 million
Wingspan 19.0 m 21.0 m
Length 9.0 m -- m
Maximum speed -- km/h 480 km/h
Operational range -- km 2,000 km
Service ceiling 8,000 m 9,000 m
Max. takeoff weight 1,250 kg 3,300 kg
Empty weight -- kg 2,225 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or CH-5 Rainbow?
The CH-5 Rainbow is faster with a maximum speed of 480 km/h compared to the BZK-005 Giant Eagle's 0 km/h, a difference of 480 km/h.
Which has longer range, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or CH-5 Rainbow?
The CH-5 Rainbow has a longer range at 2,000 km compared to the BZK-005 Giant Eagle's 0 km.
Which can fly higher, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or CH-5 Rainbow?
The CH-5 Rainbow has a higher service ceiling at 9,000 meters (29,527 ft) compared to the BZK-005 Giant Eagle's 8,000 meters (26,246 ft).
Which is heavier, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or CH-5 Rainbow?
The CH-5 Rainbow has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,300 kg compared to the BZK-005 Giant Eagle's 1,250 kg.
Which is larger, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or CH-5 Rainbow?
The BZK-005 Giant Eagle is longer at 9.0 meters compared to the CH-5 Rainbow's 0.0 meters.
Which is more expensive, the BZK-005 Giant Eagle or CH-5 Rainbow?
The BZK-005 Giant Eagle is more expensive at approximately $12 million per unit compared to the CH-5 Rainbow at $8.0 million.